Ezekiel Elliot FULL Rookie Highlights (2016)

[@delroyclarke6707]

I’m literally getting emotional watching this cause he was elusive, explosive, tough to bring down and we were able to use him in more ways than just between the gaps.

[@diegoholley5593]

Only if we had this zeek last Sunday

[@owencantu]

fr i miss this player so much

[@petersanchez5706]

We ran him down now he has more mass more of a power back now n pass block

[@nadaesfacil]

You're emotional over a player that doesn't know you exist.

[@JB-mb6lm]

Chill bruh

[@adamsgaming6265]

As a cowboys fan y’all have no idea how much I miss this elliot

[@moses6248]

yall have no idea how much I miss a great player that helped my favorite team win games...... You're talking to a bunch of football fans, of course they know how you feel dumbass. Everyone misses a player that played really well and helped the team win. Fans missed Brady when he left, just like fans miss any great player when they leave. Sorry but was just such a stupid statement lol

[@colbymehmen]

*Offensive line

[@chase78221]

man he was so damn good this season. one of the best years for a running back in recent memory

[@ljayball199]

Rookie Elliot was a different breed

[@KleinpeterHank]

I’m far from a cowboys fan but seeing him his rookie year was special. It’s insane how hard some RBs fall off. Hope he finds a new home.

[@AustinIsOutdoors]

Fall off? That doesn’t make sense. Look how long dude has been running now. Come on brother! Use that brain!

[@genepropes5173]

Zek if you ever read this Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you done for the Cowboys!

[@TheOneKeyToLife]

The difference in explosion between this Zeke and now is INSANE. And I know our OL isn’t the same now, but back then there were plenty of times where he had nowhere to run but would find ways to break tackles. He never does that now..

[@prestonmatlock5262]

I think he’s put on too much muscle.

[@hendrix1273]

He’s much bigger now

[@hendrix1273]

I like this Zeke on this video a lot better

[@michaelbrown7561]

absolutely!

[@RaffyDbb]

He’s a more composed runner that does better at protecting the football now

[@Holypothead]

Watching this after the 49ers playoff loss I’ll always be sentimental this being my senior year or high school so many good memories which seemed like the start of something beautiful which we desperately needed so bad after the playoff loss the year before to the “dez caught it” it seems now that this time might coming to and end I’ll forever be thankful for you Dak & Zeke #4 & #21 🖤

[@Boxhuntz]

Same here. I was freshman in high school when Dak and Zeke were rookies. They gave me so much hope man. It's so sad to see Zeke decline so much. The end of an era

[@jrod2422ify]

He gave us his best year his rookie year. 😢

[@Prime489time]

I miss these days.😭

[@rollotomassi4768]

That Oline with Leary and Free was one of the best Cowboys Oline's ever.

[@driftwood7569]

Some of the greatest rookie highlights ever

[@richiecrawford4671]

zeke looks so much quicker his rookie year.

[@Footballfusion.productions1372]

I now right

[@Mantamm]

I wish he hadn't put on that extra muscle. It has slowed down his (sprinter)speed. 🤠

[@ahmadshakur2595]

Our O-line isn't as good as it was with Doug Free and Ronald Leary so Zeke doesn't have 3 yards to get going anymore.

[@Grim_reapercy]

Mantamm extra fat

[@dukegoetting8814]

If Zeke would lose his weight he would be killing it

[@jayprice6726]

When watching this, just take a look how number 70 and number 72 repeatedly pops up on the screen. They are the best in the game. It's crazy! This is Zekes highlight and theirs too

[@samsneadsghost3958]

Just goes to show Zeke is over rated and a product of an elite o line whereas Saquon has far more talent and skills

[@isaaxvalid]

Sam Sneads ghost Saquon doesn’t have to run against eight man boxes.

[@samsneadsghost3958]

@@isaaxvalid Yeah he actually does and did better then Zeke, just like everything else lol

[@isaaxvalid]

Sam Sneads ghost Except for going to the playoffs *coughs*

[@samsneadsghost3958]

@@isaaxvalid Thats ok Saquon will lead the Giants there and out preform lil zeke too

[@jeremyd7607]

The time has come, the cowboys have cut zeke. I just wanted to come here and remember just how amazing a young Zeke. His speed, his agility, that quick first step, and his elusiveness. It’s what made him a rushing champ twice in three years. Sure, all of that is gone but he turned into a damn good power back and whenever we needed a yard or two I wasn’t afraid when we gave the ball to zeke. Sure he didn’t get any huge runs anymore but he filled his role perfectly and knew that it was pollards time now. He’s a great player, and will always have a special place in my heart.

[@zodiack8815]

The 2016 cowboys had so much potential 🥺

[@jt318jt]

if their D could only get stops in the playoffs

[@Soccercrazyigboman]

​@@jt318jt if only our QB could have put up points in the first half. And if only we had actually let Romo play

[@jakebutnotfromstatefarm6044]

@@Soccercrazyigbomanyour joking right?

[@Soccercrazyigboman]

@@jakebutnotfromstatefarm6044 No. Romo was superior QB who knew the offense in and out.

[@D1KamiKazi]

​@@SoccercrazyigbomanDak in this era was crazy bro

[@UTNatlChamps]

Watching these highlights from four years ago is so depressing, lol. He was a monster, so much faster than he is now, to the point where is a complete liability for the offense on running and receiving. Wish he didn’t put on that extra weight.

[@jcw8719]

Just needs a better line

[@BrunoJaws]

Maybe is off the juice?

[@alexarchie2260]

@@BrunoJaws i mean his head did shrink, maybe hes the reverse bonds of nfl , get back on the roids zeke lol jk jk

[@lachronic7821]

Or his body can’t keep up

[@bosleygoldberg7247]

@@lachronic7821 dude had like 4 1k seasons at Wisco

[@SavageSpiders]

If only we had this Elliott, with this OL, with this year's receiving corp, with 2020 Dak pre injury, with a competent coaching staff, and a defense that could at least hold a lead. Just goes to show how difficult it really is to put it all together for a deep playoff run.

[@mpnxgeo3066]

If they had this year's defense back then, they could've won the super bowl.

[@ritovega442]

This is when zeke still had his spoon to eat

[@brandonr7210]

Damnnnn

[@Phez8]

Yes he’s been eating with chop sticks since that new contract!

[@Imtowavy]

Has he lost his explosion

[@bigredupsideyohead8485]

Completely!!!

[@slickrick9245]

I think it’s more that he’s become a power back, he put on a lot of weight compared to his 2016 self

[@michaelbrown7561]

after year 1, bizarre

[@tellemtrev]

This what we need right now Zeke!!! Cowboys4 life!

[@bambamcam7413]

He’s back!!!!!!

[@jag4198]

@@bambamcam7413 if you ask me he looks the best he has ever looked right now.. last season he had a banged up o line.. HE’S BACK!!

[@JustALostCauses223]

@@jag4198 when were you guys saying this what month of last season bc this man never had a crazy comeback like that

[@GrantGoldring]

my whole entire childhood

[@darriusjohnson6025]

He need to get back in this form

[@sullivanhiggins3168]

Darrius Johnson facts

[@mxsbreaa]

Exactly

[@ahmadshakur2595]

So does the O-line

[@Grim_reapercy]

Ahmad Shakur nah the lost a bunch of players his o line is still top 10 tho

[@ahmadshakur2595]

@@Grim_reapercy did Dak have the ability to step up in the pocket Sunday night? 🤔No... We're starting an undrafted free agent at right tackle, think about that 🧐🧐🤫

[@chrismarin2413]

I hope we start seeing play like this from him again. It was so much fun watching him.

[@Zforpres]

Yall saying yall miss him but just appreciate it like who else came in his era and still can run the ball that also has the stats he does plus the durability. Like these type of players dont last decades and hes on year 8 still healthy

[@devildog65]

Just shows how much a great RB can impact a team’s season.

[@ATX-js1to]

He needs to get back in this shape

[@devenlee9944]

That spin move Zeke did to Clay Matthews was nasty, Clay touched the ground with both hands to keep his balance so he doesn't fall face 1st into the grass

[@joaquinfregoso-glass5499]

This is how pollards speed looks like now

[@yfnik9025]

Needa start seeing this Zeke again

[@julynn8]

This is the Reason Zeke became the Highest paid RB in the History of the NFL, he was the Motor and Transmission of the Team

[@Kbasse39]

As a washington fan I thank you for once being the fastest rb in the league

[@ricardo.i.i.i]

It hurts seeing him play so well knowing how he is now 😂

[@joshuaposey6027]

That spin move on Matthews though! Damn!

[@PopConOfTheFuture]

Hard runners just dont last long. Zeke will always be one of my favorite RBs of all time. He had a solid 4-5 years of being a top 3 back in the league but it catches up quick with that position. Another one that comes to mind is Todd Gurley. Another of my favorites. The brightest stars burn the quickest.

[@D1KamiKazi]

Dawg we was crazy in this era

[@taymoula563]

Never seen a running back decline so drastic and fast as zeke smh he was so explosive his rookie season

[@thelegendarysannin3680]

Thank you Zeke for this amazing run with the cowboys. You hold a special place for running backs in my heart. You will always be one of the best. How bout’ them cowboys. Thank for these 7 amazing years with the cowboys.🤙🏻 💯

[@chez0788]

It's insane to look back at these highlights of Zeke versus what he's like now 😂 he was insane good there for a few seasons

[@Lyricalshyne]

Imagine if we had rookie zeke and parsons right now 🤯🤯

[@TOT__TV]

Man dude that’s a Super Bowl combo

[@chiefdal6221]

Damn Zeke sheds weight and now weighs the same he did his rookie year.. he about to go crazy this 2019 season Also Tyron Smith and Travis Frederick's block at 10:19.. lord have mercy lol

[@cgcolangelo]

Chief Dal too bad prescott is complete ass. if zeke was complimented with a half decent QB, cowboys would be unstoppable

[@nlvlolo6574]

Colton Colangelo u sound ignorant

[@CT-mw7fn]

Chief Dal looks like u were wrong

[@lslaforlet42]

Zeke no longer has break away speed. He gets ran down by linebackers now. Still a stud, but was so much better his rookie year.

[@sportsstudios3263]

I already miss him😢😢😢

[@bradlafferty6076]

I had Zeke Elliot, Saquon Barkley and Jonathan Taylor all in their rookie years on my Fantasy team. Great production.

[@BiggyJMac]

Gonna miss him. He was so great

[@jackdandridge8161]

great season but I like zeke now, nov.2021. he is so much smarter and complete. we wouldn't be good without him. Pollard deserves recognition as well, they are really fun to watch. go cowboys.

[@larrywaynenyco]

What football team you watching lol

[@tejanoj3017]

That 2016 offensive line rotation was built for Romo but then he got injured. Why can't the Joneses build one like that for Dak and Zeke? They need an o-line like that again if they want to win a championship.

[@TruCowboyTalk]

Know what’s crazy is he don’t have many big runs here he just moving the chains.. The media painted this picture that he ain’t good Zeke may not be as fast but the ability to get positive gains and impose his will is still there hope we give him the ball

[@LembeckIsStaying]

And today he had 8 carries for like 17 yards lol. And the Boys got blown out 47 to 9.

[@LifeOfScenario]

Just don’t understand how he lost his prime so fast man. He’s a complete shell of the running back in this video

[@name028hfjsiwh2]

injuries

[@radtmpw]

Running backs are only good for 3-4 years they get hit too much

[@Antbeast23]

Idk man Zeke looks more slower now he was more explosive and elusive in his rookie year. He's still fast and can break tackles tho but looks different.

[@C4Brent757]

Antbeast23 yea man same thing with Demarco Murray rookie year few years back they seem slower over the time

[@trublukixit]

zeke gained weight last season you could see it on his stomach , hopefully this year hell trim up just a bit

[@dontrumpet6959]

I agree and I think it's because he put more muscle on. He's still quick and agile enough. He just has more power. I believe he has led the league in yards after contact among running backs his first 3 years or at least 2 out of his first 3 years

[@heavyhitta7224]

Just thinking about the same thing. The nfl beefs you up. He’s turning into Jamal Lewis lol.

[@heavyhitta7224]

Don Trumpet yup sure did. Zeke likes the contact. Just hope he can hang in there for a super bowl.

[@dunnyjayrecords139]

Ezekiel Elliott didn't fall off he just stopped picking up more than 10yds a carry and the whole world says he fell off🤦🏾 like he isn't Dak Prescott's Duo He's out performed Lamb, Cooper, and anyone you can name as their mates on that team over the years since his debut The man averages 8yds a carry and 12yds on a screen play “I haven't seen a teammate more consistent and determined to deliver a game breaking run time after time on a drive other than him since he's been there” if I'm wrong let me know someone better..... Their isn't

[@Whynotntn]

He did well. Now that he’s a backup in patriots I’m happy for him. Hopefully he can get some time off soon. Every football player worked hard for their prime legacy and Elliot was amazing during his.

[@casepickelman]

Anyone else watching this after he got released?

[@aerodondosdondos4820]

Nostalgia. Back when he used to eat. Paycheck got him full now.

[@therev2100]

That Pittsburgh game will be one of my all-time favorites.

[@arthurmorgan902]

This Zeke and Oline with the Dak and receivers we have now would be unstoppable

[@michaelh1974]

Great video (it would be better if the audio wasn’t so bad lol)

[@WARS187]

Rb prime shouldn't b taken for granted .. Good Thing He Cashed Out 💰 Many Walk Away Broke In Many Ways Career Can Change B4 We Know It

[@lbrty8965]

crazy how this is 2016 I remember watching him play for ohio in 2014 like it was yesterday.

[@ROTTENTOTHACORE]

Ima cry

[@dallasabernathy7158]

If zeke can get back to this its game over for the league! Flat out!

[@Skyman-db1rw]

Respect no matter what he has suited up consistently beast

[@michaelbrown7561]

All I can say is: What happened?

[@drphillipmycrack8297]

I'm a dolphins fan but its pretty obvious his line hasnt been good this year and he put on weight. He should be back to elite next year

[@dallasb3694]

One bad season

[@michaelbrown7561]

@@dallasb3694 He's still good but what happened to the explosiveness from year #1? He was so fast.

[@dallasb3694]

@@michaelbrown7561 bad oline hamestring injury

[@erikpuka2627]

O Line died.Every running back can get 1000 behind the 2016 O Line and apretty much you saw what Demarco Murray got in 2014(about 1800 or smth).Also 2016 Cowboys had the 5th ranked defense and they had the lead a lot over opponents so you couls eun to milk the clock.Nowadays with a trash defense and Dak starts bad and all of a sudden down 17-you gòt to throw your way into the game.Plus also the team is evolved to more pass heavy cause you got 3 potential no.1 recievers who can get 1000 yards.Thats why.And of course the QB switched a lot in 2020 so teams just stacked the box to stop Zeke.And also he has taken too many hits and is wearing out and also he been a workhorse even in Ohio State.He been used a ton.Like Eddie Geroger for ex.that fell apart in mid 2000.I still believe Zeke is a great player and behind a good O Line can do a lot of damage and get 1400 yards.Put him in Tampa for superbowl instead of Fournette and he gets 150 yards vs Chiefs vs That O Line.He just doesnt hit the hole as fast as he once could and doesnt have the homerun ability

[@justtraining4702]

I see a lot of "down on Zeke" in the comments. Two things to take note. The blocking of the O-line and how much better the TE's blocked in these highlights. Jarwin & Schultz are terrible at the point of attack.

[@clintcoop5717]

Completely different OC as well.... Zeke is still that good and he is in his prime at 26.....fuck the haters....it's like the NBA now I haven't watched a game in 3 years let's just shoot 3 pointers at 7bft tall....same thing in NFL bass pass pass run with no fullback smh 💯

[@slofever512]

Good luck Zeke enjoyed watching you play and looking forward to seeing you play again keep 🍽️

[@tvbeastbeatz87]

HE DEFINITELY WAS AVERAGING AT LEAST 10yrs A CARRY

[@tonyakimbo1086]

Miss these days

[@panamajack3174]

This whole film im finding myslef saying "Gotdamn our linemen were some damn gangstas." Its like 10 bodies at least on this film. S/o to Zeke back to his college weight taking things serious this pre-season, hope to see this and more this 2021 season. All our linemen back and healthy too. (grinch smile)

[@knight5188]

Damn that o line tho

[@adammwakikoti2759]

I WILL sit him at the end of my Fantasy Football bench and pray. 🤞🙏

[@ancientroman5352]

Ahhh good times... He’s not in shape anymore

[@alejandroar9174]

i love how he inspires hes teameats when he makes a bad ass play

[@prod.byjt_-JT]

Alotta ppl forget how Zeke use to have one of if not the best o’lines in the NFL during this time.

[@mastachoof6514]

You really tryna use that for a way to say Elliot wasn’t all that? Idc how good your oline is if you can’t get it done you can’t get it done. He was he best running back that year without a doubt

[@jaquillahillahfoodstamps]

Back when Dak used to only throw check downs lmao. He’s grown a lot since.

[@corey922]

New offense of coordinator

[@travis4184]

Came to watch this video, because I was tired of seeing runs for losses or 2 yard gains up the middle. Feels like 10+ years ago he was this running back.

[@nigel2123]

He just had another 1000 yard season

[@eljoshecarlos1377]

where is this guy when we need him the most :(

[@stayhumble4327]

he's just a true baller with sportsmanship. he never complained, stayed healthy and all he did was go out there and played with heart. last year was a perfect example, he knew pollard was out producing him and instead of bitch and moan he told his coaching staff "give that man the rock and let him take us to the superbowl" sadly that didnt happen because pollard broke his fibula so we will never know what could have been but still who ever does pick him up will have a great veteran leadership on their team.

[@WARRENBITTTECH]

Put all the Dallas games up this time(Full Games) 2017 if you don't mind.

[@leonardnash6817]

Troy Aikman And It was good night Irene, always has me laughing 😂

[@warmac88]

Great video bruh!

[@mariodelossantos2798]

Only if Zeke was this good again him and tony would be unstoppable for real

[@ArmandoIlano]

The "Goodnight Irene" play always gets me

[@Biz613]

He’s definitely 80-85% of this form now. Lost a little bit of explosion 💥

[@Sthwest1]

It’s August 2024 and I still come back to this video 🥴

[@Isaac1ofone]

Deadass it’s like he got slower year by year.

[@Sthwest1]

@@Isaac1ofone mannn 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️

[@meyersboys2]

I was blown good vid

[@HailMaryHighlights]

Thank you!

[@jeffreyhooper4307]

Man, he needs to be playing like this to This day.2024

[@z905]

Lost his burst and doesn't break tackles as much anymore. He's basically a power back now which he's still has.

[@raphaelpetty1491]

Welcome to New England 🎉

[@flossondatrack8861]

The biggest takeaway is Travis Frederick. He was a beast.

[@Sunshine-dv9op]

Beautiful.

[@boneymcrib6298]

I miss this Zeke he was so good and fun to watch

[@zaksmith9856]

Zeke MURDERED the Bengals D

[@DoomerViking_51]

Yeah that's my favorite highlights Steelers & 49ers in 2017 with that long screen pass Classic!

[@isaaxvalid]

After watching this there’s no running back in the NFL right now that even comes close to measuring up against Ezekiel Elliott. Taking over games running through eight man boxes, most rushing yards in his first 3 years, most yards after contact. It’s incredible watching this classic style running back, the type back that can thread through defenses without having to go around them or make any dodging moves. I’m sorry but if you think his skills are purely offensive line play than you just flat out don’t know football.

[@theprimaryclassroom4167]

Elliot isn’t the best back in the league

[@isaaxvalid]

The Primary Classroom Dude I don’t got time for you. Tbh

[@theprimaryclassroom4167]

Isaac Hampton Barkley had 94 broken tackles last year and zeke had 46 broken tackles. Barkley had 7 carries of 40+ yards last year and zeke had 6 carries of 40+ yards in his nfl career. Barkley had 0 fumbles last year and hasn’t fumbled since his sophomore year in college and zeke fumbled 6 times last year. Barkley had 15 touchdowns last year and zeke had 9. Barkley had a higher yards per carry than zeke last year. Barkley is also faster and a better receiver than zeke. All this and the cowboys offensive line was still better than the giants offensive line. All you could possibly give zeke over Barkley is the rushing title but he had like 100 more yards in like 50 more carries. If Barkley had the same number of carries as zeke he would have the rushing tittle too instead of zeke. Just stating facts.

[@isaaxvalid]

The Primary Classroom Fact is Ezekiel Elliott’s efforts result in the Cowboys traveling to the post season. All that and it amounts to what? 5-11 record for the Giants. Barkley is exceptional but he can’t put the team on his back. Because from Week 1 the New York Giants has weapons all over the field. Sterling Shepard, Odell Beckham Jr., Evan Engram, etc. So Barkley was running against 6-7 man boxes a majority of his first year. But Zeke, was the only weapon on the Cowboys team until the acquisition of Amari Cooper in week 9, and even after that he still ran against more men in the box. With all the elusiveness of Barkley you think it’d be in reverse right? Who do the defenses think is more of a threat? Who do they a fear more? Besides I recall people calling Zeke the best in 2016 when it WAS clearly Le’Veon Bell. So most of this is media hype and a chance to take shots at Cowboys fans. But tbh Idrc so if you reply I’m not going to read it.

[@theprimaryclassroom4167]

Isaac Hampton Thanks to Barkley the giants scored the most points in the nfc east last year. Wasn’t his fault we had one of the worst defenses.

[@takarahowell8183]

Y’all just had to be there he don’t get the credit he deserves bro was THE best back for a good while

[@kingtoss7690]

Yeah until 2020 when he declined and derrick henry became that guy

[@nathanarredondo55]

Zeke has slimmed down a lot this offseason. Hopefully we some 2016 zeke this season.

[@PoopTurtleTV]

As an Eagles fan, I never knew if we'd have a chance at winning the division after this season and we ended up winning the super bowl lmao.

[@SwiftDosha]

AT&T stadium got so damn loud at 2:40

[@VccTn]

shae hawkins ikr dude that was loud as fuck

[@allcbrosx5930]

the newest new england patriot

[@carlettagoodrich-mann1377]

ZEKE Elliott. The doctor clearing the field with ease.